Byzantine Empire

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Justinian's End-Riots break out in the city when people become upset with the government (Nika Rebellion)

-Justinian considers fleeing but Theodora convinces him to stay

-She was a loyal adviser to her husband

-He stays and eventually dies in 565

Justinian's Building Projects-Rebuilt Constantinople

-Loved church building; best example: Hagia Sophia

-Also built: aqueducts, schools, hospitals, and law courtsJustinian's Code-Passion for law led to regulating all laws (outdated and contradictory)Justinian (527)-Emperor who wishes to regain Rome's glory-Head of politics and the church-Brutal politics (assassinations often)-Successful army led by Gen. Belisarius

-Conquered Italy and most of the surrounding territoryByzantine EmpireCapital- Constantinople (Greek City Byzantium)-Justinian Code was created:-simplified Roman law-ensured fair treatment for all-Code served for 900 yearsTheodora(wife)-She was from a low class in society

-She fought for more rights for women in Justinian’s Code (right to inherit property)

Constantinople-food stands-street performersHippodrome-Beautiful church-Rebuilt after the original was destroyed in riotsRoman CatholicEastern Orthodox -Services in Latin

-Pope has authority over church and emperors/kings

-Services in Greek

-Emperors were head of church (no popes)-Based off of Jesus & Bible-Seek to convert others-Clergy can not marry-Clergy can marryCollapse-Many setbacks after Justinian's deathFactors:1. Justinian's Plague (Bubonic Plague)-Thousands were dying every day

-After it faded away, a HUGE portion of the population was destroyedCollapse2. Attacks/Invasions-Frequent raids from: Lombards, Avars, Bulgars, and Slavs (626)